1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | Interceptor | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
